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off with someone's head

Phrase CEFR C2
ˈɒf wɪð ˈsʌmwənz ˈhɛd

Definitions

Used to express a desire to kill the person in question.

humorous, usually

Examples

Some nerve! Off with their heads! shouted the master of ceremonies with mock ferocity, while the audience laughed.”
“"I see!" said the Queen, who had meanwhile been examining the roses. "Off with their heads!" and the procession moved on, three of the soldiers remaining behind to execute the unfortunate gardeners, who ran to Alice for protection. "You shan't be beheaded!" said Alice, and she put them into a large flower-pot that stood near.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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